What to Use to Seal Glass Shower Doors
Glass shower doors come in two different types: framed and unframed. Framed shower doors are the most common, and it is very important to seal the frames when they are installed. Unframed doors are made of heavier glass and operate more smoothly with less chance for leaks, but you must still seal the tracks correctly , or water will leak into tiles, drywall, and flooring where it can cause damage. You can use several different materials to correctly seal shower doors when installing them. Sealing During Installation Frameless glass shower door s use jambs with tight U-shaped borders that are designed to lock onto the base of the shower. If you have a frameless glass shower door , buy jambs that create watertight seals with these borders. The best kind of jambs are plastic, polycarbonate or vinyl that are rated for watertight seals . Make sure the plastic and the borders of the shower are very clean and dry before putting these frameless door jambs in, because only small amounts o...